#236Career GoalMemorable
“Dani Alves’ cross sits up awkwardly and Messi meets it first time on the half-volley with his left foot, skimming a difficult bouncing finish into the corner to make it 2–0 against Real Sociedad and secure career goal 236 as the eventual winner.”
VolleyLeft FootWinning Goal
Year2012
La Liga#142
2011/12'#39
Body PartLeft Foot
Shot TypeOpen Play
TechniqueHalf Volley
2012#372
La Liga2012-02-04 · 22:00:00
2-1
Barcelona
Real Sociedad
1G1A
Minute72'
Score
1-0→2-0
xG0.18
Impact
Winning Goal
Assist: Dani Alves
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